1984 Toyota Starlet vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Starlet | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Starlet | V50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
