2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1962 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1962 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | A10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2070 mm |
