2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1965 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
