1978 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1978 Austin Princess.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Princess | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Princess | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 510 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2743 mm |
