1978 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 35 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1978 Austin Princess.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Princess | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Princess | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 503 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2745 mm |
