1973 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Carina | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | S80 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2835 mm |