2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Wrangler | Serie II |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |