2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1965 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
