1993 Toyota Carina vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 244 (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 244 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volvo 244 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 1980 Volvo 244. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1980 Volvo 244 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | 244 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
