1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 705 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3432 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
