1981 Toyota Celica vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
