1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1317 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 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 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |
