2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1979 Seat 131 | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | Discovery 3 | 131 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |