2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 37 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 880 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Astro | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
