1982 Toyota Camry vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | 440 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
