1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 23 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 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 682 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | V50 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
