2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 457 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 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
