1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Maxi | Discovery |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |