1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Crown | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Crown | XC90 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |