2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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 909 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Discovery | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
