1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 809 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |