1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | 600 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
