2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Simca 1309
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 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1309 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 208 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 972 kg more than 1980 Simca 1309. 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 1980 Simca 1309. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Discovery | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
