1998 Acura Integra vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Integra | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
