2002 Volvo XC90 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 909 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo XC90 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | XC90 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
