1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 39 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 253 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. 2009 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1970 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Land Rover Serie II | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Serie II | Routan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
