2004 Toyota Allion vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Allion (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Allion weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 2004 Toyota Allion (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1995 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Allion | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Allion | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
