1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 32 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 199 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2748 mm |
