1985 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 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 1410 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Escort | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
