1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 328 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2008 Volvo V70 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. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
