1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Lexcen | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Lexcen | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
