2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1511 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
Make | Land Rover | Simca |
Model | Discovery | Horizon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 47 L |