1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 625 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 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
