1995 Volvo 440 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 440 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 440 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
