1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvair | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
