1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 891 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3200 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
