1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 21 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 490 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Mondial | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
