2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | 440 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |