2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla 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 108 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. 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 1991 Toyota Corolla. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Discovery | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |