1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2006 Acura RSX
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 2006 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1971 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2006 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Acura |
| Model | Serie II | RSX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
