1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1998 Land Rover Discovery and 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 589 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Discovery | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |