2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 43 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 270 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, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Nubira | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
