1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 25 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 518 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.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
