2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 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 73 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. 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 1989 Rover 216. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Rover 216 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Discovery | 216 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |