1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 16 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 800 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | V90 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2922 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
