2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
