1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Freelander.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Land Rover Freelander
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Caprice Freelander
Year Released 1976 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2560 mm


 

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