1999 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 439 kg more than 1977 Volvo 265.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota 4Runner | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | 4Runner | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
