2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta 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 129 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
