1989 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort 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 158 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Escort | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
