1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (86 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Rover 400.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Land Rover Serie II | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Serie II | 400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
