1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |