2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1983 Mini MK IV
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Mini MK IV. 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 1983 Mini MK IV. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1983 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | Discovery | MK IV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
