2009 Acura TSX vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 47 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 773 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TSX | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
