1992 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 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 1125 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Honda | Land Rover |
| Model | Civic | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
