1976 Austin Maxi vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1976 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1976 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Maxi | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
