2002 Volvo C70 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2002 Volvo C70 is newer by 37 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 385 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, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo C70 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
