1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo 144. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 144 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| 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 | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
