1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
