1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Zeta | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
