1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volvo V90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volvo V90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Volvo V90 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | V90 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |