1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | V50 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
