1990 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Laguna | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Renault | Land Rover |
Model | Laguna | Discovery |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2058 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |