1996 Citroen XM vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 265 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
