2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 TVR Griffith. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Land Rover | TVR |
Model | Discovery | Griffith |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |