1985 Dodge 600 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1512 kg more than 1985 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 1985 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 (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge 600 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | 600 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 641 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |