1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
