2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
