1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Range Rover | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
