2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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 (407 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Discovery | Seven |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 34 L |
