2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2660 mm |
