1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1091 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi. 2003 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. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Maxi | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 407 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 | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
