1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 36 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
