1974 Toyota Century vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 705 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Century | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Century | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
