2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1544 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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 1982 Porsche 944. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |
