2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
