1980 Toyota Celica vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | S80 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
