2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 870 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Discovery | Soarer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |