1972 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Corona | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corona | C30 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |