1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvette | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
