1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. 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 1984 Dodge 600. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge 600 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | 600 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |