1976 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1756 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | SP2 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2885 mm |
