1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (407 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Iltis has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
