1989 Toyota Celica vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 850 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
