2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1687 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. 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 1989 Volvo 440. 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 (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | 440 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |