1974 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 389 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, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Valiant | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
