1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 290 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina. 2006 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Carina | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
