2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,494 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 1245 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
