1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Sedan | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |
