1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1786 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Sprint | LR3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |