2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
