2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Range Rover | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
