1989 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 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 950 kg more than 1989 Ford Probe.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Probe. 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Probe | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
