1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 2 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 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 319 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | 2200 | Serie II |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |