1982 Toyota Camry vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 13 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 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Camry | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Camry | 850 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |