1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 730 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | 164 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
