1993 Toyota Supra vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Supra | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Supra | 245 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
