2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | LR3 | 124 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |