1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1105 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
