2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 624 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 48 L |
