1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
