1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Volvo 244 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 1974 Volvo 244. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 244 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
