2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (260 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 180 L | 80 L |
