1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80, 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corona | S80 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |