2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Renault 21
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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 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 99 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 850 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | 21 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |