2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
