1985 Toyota Camry vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Camry | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | 440 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
