2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio 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 124 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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 1991 Renault Clio. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 43 L |
