2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
