1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo V40 (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Carina | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | V40 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |