2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1010 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
