2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3628 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
