1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | V40 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
