1990 Dodge Colt 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 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. 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 Dodge Colt. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Colt | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Colt | Discovery |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |