1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Caprice | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |
