1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvette | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
