2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 148 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480. 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 480 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
