2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric 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 115 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 797 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
