1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 43 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1158 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 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | X670 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2815 mm |