1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 13 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 365 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Kingswood | 220 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
