1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 30 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Serie II | Xterra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2284 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |