2004 Kia Spectra vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2004 Kia Spectra (185 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Spectra | 88 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
