1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 235 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avensis | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
