1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 984 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Discovery |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |