1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 721 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 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2011 Volvo XC70 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. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | XC70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1603 mm |