1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Volvo V70

To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 562 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.

Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Toyota Camry 2003 Volvo V70
Make Toyota Volvo
Model Camry V70
Year Released 1982 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1662 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2770 mm


 

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