1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | XC90 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |