2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1676 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
