1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V40 (108 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V40 weights approximately 135 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | V40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
