1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (222 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |