2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 83 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Corrado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |