2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 260 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
