1962 Volvo 220 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1841 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 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 220 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
