1992 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1992 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 460 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
