1973 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | V70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |