1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 36 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 756 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | V70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
