1991 Toyota Camry vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1991 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Camry | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
