1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 976 kg more than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Rover | Sunbeam |
| Model | Range Rover | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
