1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 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 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 765 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760. 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 1983 Volvo 760. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | 760 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
