1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Carina | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | S80 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |