1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1517 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Freelander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |