1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | C30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2639 mm |
