2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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 1988 Volvo 760. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | 760 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |