1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | S80 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |