1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70, 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | C70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
