2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia 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 84 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 905 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia. 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 1986 Nissan Silvia. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |