1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
