2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Santana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |