1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 33 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 609 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | V50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
