2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 342 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 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
