1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 770 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |