2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | 1600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |