1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Humber | Land Rover |
| Model | Sceptre | Defender |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
