1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 572 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | Land Rover Discovery | 240 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |