1989 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Lexcen | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Lexcen | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2835 mm |
