1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 54 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 2010 Volvo S40. 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 2010 Volvo S40 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. 2010 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 88 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2639 mm |
