2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1570 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-350 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
