2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 705 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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
