2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa 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 117 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |