2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 36 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 315 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S-MX | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
