1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 355 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Nomad | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
