1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 88 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2250 mm |
