2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Range Rover | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
