1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. 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 2007 Volvo S80. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
