1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |