1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 73 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.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Serie II | Touran |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2284 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |