1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
Model | Serie II | Discovery |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 158 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |