1984 Ford GT vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford GT has manual transmission. 1984 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | GT | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
