2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1741 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1952 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1952 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Range Rover | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
