2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera 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 154 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1552 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Almera 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 | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Almera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |