2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1591 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | LR3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 116 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |