2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 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 20 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1993 Rover 800. 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 1993 Rover 800. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Rover 800 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Discovery | 800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |