1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
