1989 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1989 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Panda. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Panda. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Panda | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Panda | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
