1996 Volvo 960 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volvo 960 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
Model | 960 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |