1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2885 mm |
