1963 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1963 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Volvo 120 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 87 L |
