1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 590 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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. 1971 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Avanti | Land Rover |
| Model | Avanti | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
