1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 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 685 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C30. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Land Rover Discovery | C30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
