1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1713 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Vega | Discovery |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |