2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 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 94 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 586 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Discovery | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
