1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 447 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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:
1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Defender |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 93 L |