1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Range Rover | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
