2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 111 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
