1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Nomad has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Nomad | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
