2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1853 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 TVR Vixen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Land Rover | TVR |
| Model | Range Rover | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
