2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Primera 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 86 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1993 Nissan Primera. 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 1993 Nissan Primera. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1075 kg |
