2003 Acura CL vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 39 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 565 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | CL | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
