1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 260 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
