1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 460. 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 (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 460 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
