2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 (441 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Discovery | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
