2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
