2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 23 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wrangler | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
