1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 841 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
