1971 Toyota Corona vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 1998 Volvo S40 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Volvo S40 (299 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corona | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corona | S40 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |