2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 245. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Discovery | 245 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
