1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1797 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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1984 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fiesta | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |