1990 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota 4Runner | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | 4Runner | V70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |