2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 780 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
