1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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, 2004 Lexus IS (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus IS 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 100 kg more than 2004 Lexus IS.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus IS. 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, 2004 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus IS 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 | 2004 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Serie II | IS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
