1983 Toyota Crown vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 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 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Crown | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Crown | 240 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |