1973 Honda 145 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Honda | Land Rover |
| Model | 145 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
