1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 638 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | C30 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |