2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 266 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 940. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 940 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
