1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, 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 S60 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | S60 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |