1982 Chrysler E vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler E would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler E. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1502 kg more than 1982 Chrysler E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chrysler E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler E. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler E | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | E | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
