2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,394 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 1964 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
