1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 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:
| 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Caprice | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
