1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven 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 102 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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 1971 Lotus Seven. 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) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Seven |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
