1974 Honda 145 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 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 1276 kg more than 1974 Honda 145.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 145. 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Honda 145 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make Honda Land Rover
Model 145 Discovery
Year Released 1974 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1433 cc 2495 cc
Horse Power 68 HP 0 HP
Torque 118 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 924 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2550 mm


 

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