2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 45 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
