1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Defender | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
