2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 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 128 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 985 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
