1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 893 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |