2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 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 3 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 439 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. 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 1998 Volvo S80. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
