1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 25 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1166 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3192 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
