2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan 4 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 105 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4. 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 1995 Morgan 4. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
| Model | Discovery | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
