2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Defender | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |