1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 37 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 729 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 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corona | XC70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2814 mm |