1991 Volvo 245 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volvo 245. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (360 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (143 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volvo 245 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
| Model | 245 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
