1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 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 70 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 716 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. 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 1990 Volvo 940. 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | 940 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |