1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (114 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corona | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | S80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
