1980 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvette | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
