1990 Chrysler ES vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1563 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chrysler ES | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | ES | Discovery |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |