2002 Toyota Celica vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2002 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Celica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Celica | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 460 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
