2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | XC60 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2440 mm |