1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. Both 1996 Toyota Celica and 1966 Volvo 144 are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 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 1966 Volvo 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 144 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
