2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Porsche 936
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 700 kg more than 1980 Porsche 936.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 936. 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.
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2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Porsche 936 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Discovery | 936 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 700 kg |