2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1827 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Range Rover | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
