1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1965 Volvo 220 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1385 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | 220 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
