2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Minor. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | LR2 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
