2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Ypsilon | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |