2003 Toyota Soarer vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 10 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 680 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Soarer | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Soarer | 460 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
