2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 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 101 more horse power than 1997 Volvo C70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo C70. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery 3 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
