1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 960 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |
