1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 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 75 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 928 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Defender |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |