2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Iltis 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) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
