1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1968 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Humber | Rover |
| Model | Sceptre | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
