1991 Toyota Carina vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, both 1991 Toyota Carina and 1991 Volvo 245 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
Because 1991 Volvo 245 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 1991 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina, 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, 1991 Volvo 245 (143 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Carina | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | 245 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
