2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 860 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 1970 Land Rover Serie II
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Express Serie II
Year Released 2006 1970
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5324 cc 2284 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 67 HP
Torque 454 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2780 mm


 

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