2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza 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 849 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Monza. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
