1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 252 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Rover | Porsche |
Model | Land Rover Discovery | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2918 mm |