1992 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Discovery |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |