1974 Volvo 244 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 641 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 244. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 244 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 244 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2125 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
