2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
| Model | Discovery | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
