2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 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 1005 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1763 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
