2008 Volvo XC70 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo XC70 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | XC70 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
