2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 746 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1985 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1985 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |