2003 Toyota Echo vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Echo | 960 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
