2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 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 261 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. 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 1990 Renault 4. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 4 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 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
