2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 948 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Etude | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
