2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 512 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 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
