1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (308 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
