2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
