1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 394 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Caprice | 88 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
