1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | 88 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2870 mm |
