1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Colt | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
