2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
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 Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 1210 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 | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
