1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | C30 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2639 mm |
