1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1992 Volvo 240.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, both vehicles can yield 157 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 109 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
