1966 Avanti Avanti vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti 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 552 kg more than 1966 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Avanti Avanti. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Avanti Avanti | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Avanti | Rover |
| Model | Avanti | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
