1984 Toyota Soarer vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1984 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Soarer | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Soarer | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
