2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | LR2 | 1600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 234 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |