1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Chevelle | Defender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 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 | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
