1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 25 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 270 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Beretta | 220 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
