1996 Toyota Carina vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | 780 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
