2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 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 248 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. 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 1978 Seat 127. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1978 Seat 127 | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | Discovery | 127 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |