1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
