1994 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 240 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota 4Runner | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | 4Runner | 240 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
