1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Defender |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
