1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2857 mm |
