1996 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1996 Toyota 4Runner and 1996 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Volvo S80.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. 1996 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota 4Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota 4Runner | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | 4Runner | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |