2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
