2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 298 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 Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Nubira | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
