1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
