2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | SP |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |