2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 964 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
