2009 Volvo S80 vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4412 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
