1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 490 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Falcon | 220 |
Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 220 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |