2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Discovery | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4300 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
