2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 42 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 05-Sep | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
