1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 37 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 292 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 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Trans Sport | 88 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2240 mm |
