2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 586 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
