1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 515 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
