1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Caldina | 960 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
