1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 850 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
