1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | S80 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2800 mm |