2007 Volvo V70 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 43 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 594 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
