1990 Nissan Laurel vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel is newer by 26 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 155 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, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Laurel | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Laurel | 220 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
