1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Rover | Smart |
| Model | Land Rover Discovery | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1820 mm |
