1986 Toyota Camry vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Camry | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | S40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
