2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
