1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2008 Volvo S40 (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | S40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
