1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 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 S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | S60 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |