1964 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Sport 800 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sport 800 | S40 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |