2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
