2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. 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 Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover Sport | SP2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |