1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | 19 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |