1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 767 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
