2008 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 265 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
