2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 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 216 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 21. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery 3 | 21 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |