1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
