2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 525 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Kuga | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
