2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 40 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 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Intrigue | 220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
