1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 186 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | 4.2 | Territory |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
