1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | V50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
