2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 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 131 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 20. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 20 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | LR2 | 20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
