2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 787 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | C | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
