1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 783 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 155 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1772 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |