2001 Acura RSX vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 207 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, 2001 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RSX | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
