1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. 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, 2011 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2011 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | C70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
