1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 638 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Land Rover |
Model | Sports Convertible | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |