2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | 1600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |