2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1974 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Morris 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Discovery | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
