2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1977 Toyota Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,374 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 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 729 kg more than 1977 Toyota Century.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1977 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 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 | 2494 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
