1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Acura |
| Model | Range Rover | EL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
