1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
