1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
