1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 660 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, 2004 Volvo S80, 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
