1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 605 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 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | S80 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |