1977 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Civic | Discovery |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1237 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 693 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |