1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 16 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L 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 544 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn L. 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | Land Rover Discovery | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
