1980 Toyota Corona vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corona | 460 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
