2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 898 kg more than 1982 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Supra. 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) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Supra. (197 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Supra. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
