1988 Dodge Shadow vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Shadow. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 940 kg more than 1988 Dodge Shadow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Shadow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Shadow | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Shadow | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
