1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 3 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Wagoneer | Serie II |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |