2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 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 79 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 164. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 164 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3350 mm |
