2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Renault Siete
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 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete 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 173 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. 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 1985 Renault Siete. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Siete |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
