1969 Humber Sceptre vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1969 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Humber Sceptre | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Humber | Land Rover |
Model | Sceptre | Discovery |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |