1981 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Maxi | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Maxi | LR3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 86 L |