2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 25 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, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
