1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 343 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 Volvo 343 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 1976 Volvo 343. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1976 Volvo 343 (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 343 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 343 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
