2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sequoia | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
