1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1014 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
