1984 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1984 Volvo 240. 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 1984 Volvo 240. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 240. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 240 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
| Model | 240 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
