2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
