1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 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, 2012 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Serie II | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2601 mm |
