2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | V40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
