2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 71 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 928 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Discovery | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |