2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
