2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1978 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Seat |
| Model | Range Rover | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
