1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
