1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 480 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
