2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 38 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1835 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 45 L |
