2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
