1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | Minx | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |