1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 28 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 600 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, 2006 Volvo V70, 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
