2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Golf 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) has 238 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Golf. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1984 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
