1990 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
