1987 Toyota Camry vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | C70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
