1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 700 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | C70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2319 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
