1992 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Taurus | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taurus | Discovery |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |