2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 44 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 246 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
