1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 642 kg more than 2002 Tata E.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Tata E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | Land Rover Discovery | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
