2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1835 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
