1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corona | S60 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |