2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 727 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Rover 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Discovery | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
