2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 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 122 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 394 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240. 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 1989 Volvo 240. 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 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2660 mm |
