2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Mark II | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Mark II | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |