2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 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 1733 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
