1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II

To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.

Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Commodore 1970 Land Rover Serie II
Make Holden Land Rover
Model Commodore Serie II
Year Released 1990 1970
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 2284 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 67 HP
Torque 292 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2780 mm


 

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