1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 717 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
