1982 Toyota Celica vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 240 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
