1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Graduate | Discovery |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |