1948 Volvo PV 60 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Volvo PV 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Volvo PV 60 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Volvo PV 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Volvo PV 60 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
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. 1981 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1948 Volvo PV 60 has manual transmission. 1948 Volvo PV 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Volvo PV 60 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | PV 60 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 870 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |