1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670, 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | X670 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2815 mm |
