1996 Toyota Starlet vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Starlet | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Starlet | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
