1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1990 Volvo 480 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 480 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
