1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 930 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 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Carina | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2815 mm |
