2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Toyota Century
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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century. 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 Toyota Century. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Range Rover | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |