2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette 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 131 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1984 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Discovery | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
