2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
Model | Discovery | 2500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |