1971 Toyota Carina vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Carina 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 1971 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Carina | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
