1978 Toyota Corona vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | 240 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
