1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 456 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | Freelander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |