1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | 440 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |