1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2002 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
