1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | S60 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |