2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 242. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 242 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 786 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Volvo 242. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 242 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
