2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis 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) has 226 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 776 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Iltis has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Iltis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |