1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | 88 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |