1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | Serie II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 483 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |