2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 1180 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 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 (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
