2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 634 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
