2000 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 35 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 470 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saab 05-Sep | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 05-Sep | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
