1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
