2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 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 1516 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Prairie. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
