1984 Toyota Camry vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | 440 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
