1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Toyota Previa. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Previa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
