2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 269 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
