1986 Toyota Tercel vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Tercel | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tercel | S60 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |