2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tacoma | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tacoma | 245 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |