2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
