2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 534 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | HHR | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
