2000 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 607 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 244. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 244 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
