1968 Toyota Century vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 343 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850.
Because 1968 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Century | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Century | 850 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |