1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | LR2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |