2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro 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 34 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 181 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Discovery | Astro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
