1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 38 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 472 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
Model | Serie II | Rexton |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2284 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |