2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 547 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 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 | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
