2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 129 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sequoia | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
