1984 Toyota Carina 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 Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Carina | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | 440 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
