1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1699 kg more than 1961 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
