1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 140 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
