2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 153 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 556 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
