1970 Volvo 140 vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 584 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 140 | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 140 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
