2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Holden Camira
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 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. 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 Holden Camira. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira. 1989 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Holden Camira | |
Make | Land Rover | Holden |
Model | Discovery | Camira |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |