1973 Chevrolet XP 898 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet XP 898 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet XP 898. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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. 1973 Chevrolet XP 898 has automatic transmission and 1970 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet XP 898 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Chevrolet XP 898 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | XP 898 | Serie II |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |