1985 Volvo 780 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volvo 780 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 780 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3270 mm |
