2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1217 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
