2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2246 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
