1998 Saab 900i vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 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 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saab 900i | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 900i | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
