1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
