2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine 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 218 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Alpine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |