1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 335 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Corolla | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | S60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |