1984 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1631 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Civic | Discovery |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |