1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Land Rover | De Tomaso |
Model | Discovery | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |