2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 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 115 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 1996 Rover 200. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Discovery | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
