1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40, 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | S40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
