1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 486 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
| Model | 88 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 281 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2946 mm |
