1963 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Volvo P 1800 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | P 1800 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
