1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Corsa | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | V70 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2521 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1584 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 |