1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 18 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | V70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
