2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
