1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1978 Volvo 66
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 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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 1978 Volvo 66. 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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3432 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
