1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima is newer by 33 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima 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 210 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Altima. 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima 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 | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Serie II | Altima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
