1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 25 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 258 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | S40 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2327 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
