2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | LR2 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
