1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 366 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
