1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 111 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 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 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | 88 | S60 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 295 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |