1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (156 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 110 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.

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, 2007 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2007 Subaru Forester
Make Land Rover Subaru
Model Serie II Forester
Year Released 1970 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2284 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 67 HP 156 HP
Torque 157 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2070 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2530 mm


 

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