2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
