1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,431 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 27 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 343. 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 (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 343 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
