2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 988 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850. 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 1996 Volvo 850. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
