1991 Toyota Corolla vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Corolla | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
