2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
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 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift 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 115 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Discovery | Swift |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2250 mm |
