1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2002 Volvo C70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | C70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
