1966 Checker Town vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 998 kg more than 1966 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Checker Town. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Checker | Land Rover |
| Model | Town | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2890 mm |
