2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 245. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery 3 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
