1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Corona | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
