2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 40 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 842 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
