1980 Volvo 244 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 244. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 244 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
| Model | 244 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
