1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 765 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.

Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Caprice 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Caprice Range Rover
Year Released 1989 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2926 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Top Speed 195 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 2545 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 104 L


 

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