1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 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), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 757 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | V70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
