1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 616 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Chevelle | Defender |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |