1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 36 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 545 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, 1998 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Sentia | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
