1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 198 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Serie II | Bora |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2284 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |