1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 240 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
