1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 44 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (133 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V50. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 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 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 88 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
