1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 540 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
