1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 90 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 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 220 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
