2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 214 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
