1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, 1996 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Volvo S80.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1996 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 1996 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | A 109 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
