2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90.
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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | V90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
