1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | S40 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |