1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 985 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Commodore | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Commodore | Discovery |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |