2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1994 Rover 400
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 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 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 73 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Discovery | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |