2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
