2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 18 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 4,393 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 180 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1016 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 440 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 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 440 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |