1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 23 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 333 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | C70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2319 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
