1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2

To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Volvo 1800 2011 Land Rover LR2
Make Volvo Land Rover
Model 1800 LR2
Year Released 1972 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1986 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1908 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2659 mm


 

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