2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1978 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 260. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 260 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |