1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. 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 69 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. 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 2002 Morgan 4. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
Model | Discovery | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |