2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | 1302 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |