2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | 240 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2660 mm |
