2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1988 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | LR3 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |