1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (407 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1979 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1979 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Avanti Avanti 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Avanti Land Rover
Model Avanti Range Rover
Year Released 1979 1999
Engine Size 6570 cc 4554 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 0 HP
Torque 443 Nm 407 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2550 mm


 

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