1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 45 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 219 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 2005 Volvo S80. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 88 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
