1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 915 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Croma | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Croma | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 300 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |