1972 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Honda Civic 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make Honda Land Rover
Model Civic Discovery
Year Released 1972 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1169 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 0 HP
Torque 100 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 71.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2550 mm


 

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