1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 244 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 264. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 264 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3432 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
