1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1086 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2814 mm |
