1970 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 331 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40, 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, 1970 Toyota Century (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Century | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Century | S40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2639 mm |
