1999 Toyota Solara vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Solara | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Solara | 480 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |