1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88.
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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | 88 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
