1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 10 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 54 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno. 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 2008 Suzuki Reno. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Reno |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |