2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Seat |
| Model | Range Rover | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
