1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| 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 | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
