2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 344 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 245. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 245 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2660 mm |
