1994 Chrysler ES vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 945 kg more than 1994 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler ES. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler ES | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | ES | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
