2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1965 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
