1977 Lancia Scorpion vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Scorpion would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 888 kg more than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Scorpion | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Scorpion | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
