1990 Toyota Camry vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Camry | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | 440 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
