1980 Volvo 343 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 844 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 343 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 343 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
