1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 19 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Defender | C30 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
