1968 Ford 17 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 Ford 17 (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | 17 | 220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |