1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | XC60 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1068 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |