2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1994 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Primera 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 81 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 983 kg more than 1994 Nissan Primera. 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 1994 Nissan Primera. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1994 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Primera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1075 kg |