1987 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1987 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Colt | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
