2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 598 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lumina | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
