2004 Ford Focus vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 264 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 Focus (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
