1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 935 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Croma | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Croma | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |