2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | LR3 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |