2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. 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 1994 Volvo 480. 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 (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 480 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
