2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,718 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 100 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
