1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 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), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 686 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| 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 | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
