1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1974 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1974 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Impala | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
