2008 Land Rover Defender vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Defender | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Defender | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1776 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
