1982 Dodge 600 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1383 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge 600 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | 600 | LR4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |