1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 460 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
