1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1980 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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 244 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2127 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
