1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 480 weights approximately 185 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, 1989 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 480 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
