2008 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 165 kg more than 1962 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
