1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 717 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XK | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |