2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
