2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
