1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2006 Skoda Roomster is newer by 17 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 752 kg more than 2006 Skoda Roomster. 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 2006 Skoda Roomster. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Land Rover Discovery | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
