1983 Toyota Celica vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460, 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, 1992 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 460 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
