2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | 460 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1830 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |