2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 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 1140 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Discovery | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 54 L |
