1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 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 5,012 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 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Chevelle | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |