1966 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corona | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | S80 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
